Award-winning distillery relocating to Sooke

Just when you thought Sooke’s local liquor selection couldn’t get any better, an award-winning distillery has decided to move into town.

Sheringham Distillery, owned and operated by Jason MacIsaac and his wife Alayne, opened in 2015 and is located in Shirley.

The distillery specializes in gin and vodka, but MacIsaac said they are looking to add more selection to their roster once they are settled in Sooke.

The new location will be at 6731 West Coast Road, and is hoped to be up and running by this spring.

“After two and a half years we are ready for expansion and we’re really excited to move to Sooke. We can see how much it is growing there and we are looking forward to becoming a part of that,” MacIsaac said.

He added that he hopes the distillery will help attract more tourism to Sooke, as they offer complimentary tours and tastings.

“In our Sooke location we will also be open to the public more often, and it will be easier for people to access,” MacIsaac said.